Local systems look back at programs started in 2013, make plans for 2014

5:29 PM,
Dec. 21, 2013

A group participates in IU Health Arnett's 'Get Strong' walking group in July at Armstrong Park in Lafayette.

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MaryJane Slaby
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Patient education: It's often brought up when talking about healthy habits.

But it's more than pamphlets in the waiting room and tips during a doctor's appointment. Both local health systems have calendars full of educational classes as a way to reach out to the community.

"The programs fill our mission to care for and improve the health of the community," said Al Gatmaitan, CEO of IU Health Arnett. And to improve community health, it's usually addressing lifestyle and behavior, he said. ...